Mazda will debut three takes on the CX-5 crossover at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The automaker has released three sketches to give enthusiasts a hint of what to expect at the event. The crossover is a sharp-looking vehicle in stock form, so it isn't surprising that Mazda decided to steer clear of massive body kits and stick with mild cosmetic modifications.

CX-5 180

The first of the three CX-5s, dubbed the "180," has a distinctly West Coast flavor. Meant to showcase the CX-5's sporty spirit, the crossover is fitted with a roof rack to carry a surfboard or skis. The body is wrapped in a stylized topographical map of California's Big Bear Lake and Point Dume state beach.

CX-5 Dempsey

Actor and motorsports enthusiast Patrick Dempsey races a Mazda RX-8, but the CX-5 Dempsey drives is designed to allow him to get off the track and enjoy a bit of road biking.

A Thule cargo box sits on the roof of the CX-5 Dempsey, while a sleek road bicycle rides on the back. The all-wheel-drive crossover is powered by Mazda's Skyactiv-D 2.2-liter diesel engine.

CX-5 Urban

Whereas the other two takes on the CX-5 emphasize its outdoor-loving character, the CX-5 Urban is designed to operate within city limits. Its most striking feature is its paint job. While the car is swathed in the matte finish so commonly found at SEMA, the surface is divided into jagged triangular patches with distinct colors and patterns.

Mazda says this surface treatment lends "overwhelming stealth" to the vehicle-odd for a paint scheme designed to be eye-catching. The CX-5's grille, wheels and headlights are accented in a color Mazda calls "ore."

The 2012 SEMA show takes place Oct. 30 through Nov. 2 in Las Vegas. The show is a leading indicator of trends in technology and customization for the automotive industry. Autoweek will be there with the latest news, photos and video, and we'll bring it all to you right here at autoweek.com.

Graham Kozak
- Graham Kozak drove a 1951 Packard 200 sedan in high school because he wanted something that would be easy to find in a parking lot. He thinks all the things they're doing with fuel injection and seatbelts these days are pretty nifty too.
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